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Paleontological study disputes conventional dinosaur image

Katrina Tollin March 28, 2011

A scientific discovery is causing researchers to believe many dinosaurs may have had a feather-like covering. Julia Clarke, paleontologist and associate geology professor, spoke about new discoveries...

Paleontological study disputes conventional dinosaur image

Katrina Tollin March 28, 2011

A scientific discovery is causing researchers to believe many dinosaurs may have had a feather-like covering. Julia Clarke, paleontologist and associate geology professor, spoke about new discoveries...

Paleontological study disputes conventional dinosaur image

Katrina Tollin March 28, 2011

A scientific discovery is causing researchers to believe many dinosaurs may have had a feather-like covering. Julia Clarke, paleontologist and associate geology professor, spoke about new discoveries...

Whole Foods CEO lectures about business philosophy

Joe Layton March 28, 2011

Whole Foods Market co-CEO John Mackey used to wash dishes at a Houston restaurant, and now he oversees an international chain of organic food stores — a success story Mackey shared with business students...

Whole Foods CEO lectures about business philosophy

March 25, 2011

Whole Foods Market co-CEO John Mackey used to wash dishes at a Houston restaurant, and now he oversees an international chain of organic food stores — a success story Mackey shared with business...

History center receives funds for renovation

Allie Kolechta March 25, 2011

A $1 million gift from the Terry Foundation will allow a UT historical facility to renovate for the benefit students and visitors. The $1 million, which was a personal gift from UT alumnus Howard...

Talk explores UT’s path to integration

Shamoyita DasGupta March 25, 2011

Former UT housemother Almetris Duren provided a source of critical support for many of the first black students at UT, said two speakers at a talk Thursday. Students, faculty and members of the community...

Bill seeks to change standard for treatment of wastewater

Allie Kolechta March 25, 2011

The Austin City Council championed a state senate bill that could improve the quality of water in Barton Springs at a meeting Thursday. The bill would change standards for the treatment of wastewater...

Professor reviews spread of Mexican food in world

William James Gerlich March 25, 2011

Most people understand the tacos they eat are no more representative of Mexico than pizza is of Italy. Jeffrey Pilcher, a history professor at the University of Minnesota, explained the globalization...

Auto companies visit Austin to showcase fuel alternatives

Donovan Sanders March 25, 2011

Instead of spending of $3.50 per gallon on gas, people may be able to run their cars with a rechargeable battery. The Austin AltCar Expo showcased nine vehicles Thursday, including cars, buses, ambulances...

Staff council set to discuss campus-wide smoking ban

Matthew Stottlemyre March 25, 2011

University President William Powers Jr., said he opposes a campus-wide ban on smoking in his annual address to UT staff on Thursday. Powers told Staff Council a complete ban on smoking would overstep...

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Beating the embargo

Claire Cardona and Pierre Bertrand March 24, 2011

Our plane touches down on bumpy tarmac and docks with a gray claustrophobic terminal. Outside, there are very few lights and even fewer cars. A few small lampposts with fluorescent blue and white lighting...

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